Avenview Dvi-splitpro-4x User manual

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Advanced Quad Screen Video Processor

Model #: DVI-SPLITPRO-4X

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Table of Contents

Section 1: Getting Started ...................................................................................................................... 4

1.1 Important Safeguards ............................................................................................................ 4

1.2 Safety Instructions ................................................................................................................. 4

1.3 Regulatory Notices Federal Communications Commission (FCC) ......................................... 5

1.4 Introduction ........................................................................................................................... 5

1.5 Package Contents................................................................................................................... 6

1.6 Before Installation.................................................................................................................. 7

1.7 Panel Description................................................................................................................... 8

1.7.1 DVI-SPLITPRO-4X Rear Panel................................................................................................. 8

1.7.2 DVI-SPLITPRO-4X I/O Connectors ...................................................................................... 9

1.8 Installation ........................................................................................................................... 10

1.9 Software Installation and Setup .......................................................................................... 11

1.9.1 System Requirements .................................................................................................. 11

1.9.2 Software Connection.................................................................................................... 11

1.9.3 Software Operation...................................................................................................... 13

Section 2: Front Panel Controls............................................................................................................ 16

2.1 Front Panel Push Buttons Description................................................................................. 16

2.2 Front Panel Push Buttons Functions.................................................................................... 17

2.2.1 Selecting PIP Window Arrangement ............................................................................ 17

2.3 On Screen Display Menu...................................................................................................... 18

2.4 IR Remote Control................................................................................................................ 19

Section 3: Specifications....................................................................................................................... 20

3.1 Supported Resolutions......................................................................................................... 21

3.1.1 DVI / Component / VGA ............................................................................................... 21

3.1.2 DVI-OUT........................................................................................................................ 21

3.2 General Troubleshooting ..................................................................................................... 22

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Section 1: Getting Started

1.1 Important Safeguards

Please read all of these instructions carefully before you use the device. Save this manual for future

reference.

What the warranty does not cover

Any product, on which the serial number has been defaced, modified or removed.

Damage, deterioration or malfunction resulting from:

Accident, misuse, neglect, fire, water, lightning, or other acts of nature, unauthorized

product modification, or failure to follow instructions supplied with the product.

Repair or attempted repair by anyone not authorized by us.

Any damage of the product due to shipment.

Removal or installation of the product.

Causes external to the product, such as electric power fluctuation or failure.

Use of supplies or parts not meeting our specifications.

Normal wear and tear.

Any other causes which does not relate to a product defect.

Removal, installation, and set-up service charges.

1.2 Safety Instructions

The Avenview DVI-SPLITPRO-4X Quad Screen Video Processor has been tested for conformance to safety

regulations and requirements, and has been certified for international use. However, like all electronic

equipment’s, the DVI-SPLITPRO-4X should be used with care. Read the following safety instructions to protect

yourself from possible injury and to minimize the risk of damage to the unit.

Do not dismantle the housing or modify the module.

Dismantling the housing or modifying the module may result in electrical shock or burn.

Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing housing may expose you to

dangerous voltage or other hazards

Keep the module away from liquids.

Spillage into the housing may result in fire, electrical shock, or equipment damage. If an object or liquid

falls or spills on to the housing, unplug the module immediately.

Have the module checked by a qualified service engineer before using it again.

Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners to clean this unit. Always unplug the power to the device before

cleaning.

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1.3 Regulatory Notices Federal Communications Commission (FCC)

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed

to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.

Any changes or modifications made to this equipment may void the user’s authority to operate this

equipment.

1.4 Introduction

The DVI-SPLITPRO-4X Quad Screen Video Processor with IR Remote Control is an advanced video processor

for multimedia presentations. It is an ideal solution for applications where up to four video signals must be

displayed on a single display. It supports up to 16 video inputs, of which four can be outputted simultaneously

with the desired display layout through software control. The advanced video processor allows you to

manipulate output images, wherever positions and whatever sizes you want for viewing two computers or

two video signals or a combination.

The embedded scalar converts signals from input sources to match the native resolution of monitors, flat

panel displays, projectors as well as user-selectable output settings up to WUXGA (1920x1200). Dual outputs

are provided in both analog (VGA) and digital (DVI) format, one is connected to remote display and the other

is connected to on-site display for real time monitoring.

-Support six most popular video formats: four VGA, four DVI/HDMI, four component, four S-Video and

four composite inputs

-Input resolution support from 640x480 to 1920x1200, interlaced or progressive.

-DVI 1.0 & HDMI 1.2

-Support HDCP 1.1

-Dual outputs (DVI / VGA), 640x480 to 1920x1200.

-Video background available.

-Adjustable size & position through software.

-Dynamic transition for video sizing and positioning

-Titles, borders and colored backgrounds.

-Resize, position, zoom & pan and blend output video.

-Image parameters and layouts are automatically saved in flash memory and can be recalled for later use.

-Several Image parameters and layouts can be saved in computers and can be loaded for later use.

-Video parameters adjustable (brightness, contrast, color temperature, etc.).

-User-selectable output settings, up to 1920x1200.

-Use as a Video Splitter, a Video Converter and a Video Switcher.

-Firmware upgradable for support of new features and technology enhancements.

-Control through RS-232/RS-485 over Cat-5 and IR Remote Control

-Can be cascaded to obtain more images using RS-485 control path

-Control protocol available for customer proprietary design

-1RU Size

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1.5 Package Contents

Before you start the installation of the converter, please check the package contents.

-DVI-SPLITPRO-4X x 1

-DVI –DVI & VGA breakout Cable x 4

-VGA to Component breakout Cable x 4

-DVI to VGA Adapter x 4

-S-Video & Composite breakout Cable x 4

-Rack Mounting Kit x 1

-RS232 to USB Adapter x 1

-IR Remote Control x 1

-Software CD x 1

-AC Power Supply x 1

User’s Manual x 1

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1.6 Before Installation

Put the product in an even and stable location. If the product falls down or drops, it may cause an

injury or malfunction.

Don’t place the product in too high temperature (over 50°C), too low temperature (under 0°C) or high

humidity.

Use the DC power adapter with correct specifications. If inappropriate power supply is used then it

may cause a fire.

Do not twist or pull by force ends of the optical cable. It can cause malfunction.

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1.7 Panel Description

Avenview Advanced Quad Screen Video Processor (DVI-SPLITPRO-4X) has 16 inputs and accepts both graphics

and video signals, which come from computers (DVI or VGA), composite, and component video sources

respectively. You can pick up four of the ten inputs and then display four of them simultaneously on the same

screen.

1.7.1 DVI-SPLITPRO-4X Rear Panel

To reset the DVI-SPLITPRO-4X to factory default settings: Turn on the DVI-SPLITPRO-4X then switch both

DIP Switches simultaneously up and down to reset the unit to factory default settings

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1.7.2 DVI-SPLITPRO-4X I/O Connectors

Avenview DVI-SPLITPRO-4X has 16 inputs and accepts both graphics and video signals, which come from

computers (DVI or VGA), composite, and component video sources respectively. You can pick up four of the

ten inputs and then display four of them simultaneously on the same screen.

Connectors

Video Source

Input

DVI, Component, VGA,

Composite, S-Video

DVI

VGA

(DVI to VGA Adapter)

Component (YPbPr)

(DVI to VGA Adapter and VGA to Component Adapter)

Composite

S-Video

Output

Display

DVI-I OUT

1 x DVI Display

VGA Display

(DVI to VGA Adapter)

1 x DVI Display & 1 x VGA Display

(through DVI to DVI/VGA Y Cable)

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1.8 Installation

To setup Avenview DVI-SPLITPRO-4X follow these steps for connecting to a device:

1. Mount or fix the DVI-SPLITPRO-4X safely

2. Switch off DVI-SPLITPRO-4X and all source devices and displays that will be connected

3. Connect a monitor, projector, other displays that come with DVI / VGA inputs by using 1 male –male

DVI cable to DVI-SPLITPRO-4X DVI output. (you can connect 2 displays equipped with DVI and VGA

respectively by DVI –DVI/VGA Y cable

4. Plug-in DVI to DVI/VGA breakout cable to DVI-Component-VGA and plug in VGA to Component

adapter to VGA connector of the breakout cable

5. Connect a device equipped with DVI output (such as PC) to the DVI connector of the breakout cable

6. Connect a device equipped with the component video output to 3-RCA jack of the Component video

adapter

7. Connect a device with VGA output (such as laptop) to VGA connector of DVI-SPLITPRO-4X

8. Connected a device with Composite or S-Video video output to composite input of DVI-SPLITPRO-4X

through S-Video / Composite Y cable.

9. Connect your computer to DVI-SPLITPRO-4X via RS232 cable and then install the software

10. Turn ON DVI-SPLITPRO-4X

11. Run the Control Software and establish the connection between PC and DVI-SPLITPRO-4X

12. Turn ON all connected devices and then control the display output thru RS232 and included software

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1.9 Software Installation and Setup

1.9.1 System Requirements

1. The DVI-SPLITPRO-4X provides a software control program which runs under Microsoft Windows 98,

2000, XP, Vista, 7 through the interface of RS-232 serial control.

2. Before you click on the icon of the software, make sure you have secured the connection between

your computer COM port and the DVI-SPLITPRO-4X.

3. Install driver for RS232 to USB adapter

4. Once DVI-SPLITPRO-4X is turned on, it display green LED light

1.9.2 Software Connection

1. Power up the MX-1004P and you can see VFD on the front panel blink. Make sure the serial port

mode is right for your setting. RS-232 mode: , RS-485 mode :or .

2. The first step after running the software is to automatically detect if the device responses correctly

through RS-232 port. The process takes 5-15 seconds. If the device is not connected, a warning

window will show up. Click “SCAN” button to get detailed information on which COM PORT are

available. Select the correct COM port from the Com Port selection list. Then, click on the linkage

button to open the COM port. If the specified COM port is not available, the “Device is not ready. Do

you want to try again?” error message will pop up. Please check the availability of COM Port. After

the COM port is accurately established, please click on status update button.

3. If the serial connection is established, you will see a Windows as shown below:

If” device is not ready” error pops up then:

-Ensure that DVI-SPLITPRO-4X is powered on.

-Please ensure that serial cable (RS232) is connected properly and available serial

port is free to be used by DVI-SPLITPRO-4X

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1.9.3 Software Operation

The software has following menu options available:

Fast Linkage

This button will update software GUI for device state

Output Resolution

Supported Mode

Resolution

Supported Mode

Resolution

HDTV 720p

1280x720 @ 60Hz

VESA

1280x768 @ 60Hz

HDTV 1080p

1920x1080 @ 60Hz

VESA

1366x768 @ 60Hz

VESA

800x600 @ 60Hz

VESA

1400x1050 @ 60Hz

VESA

1024x768 @ 60Hz

VESA

1600x1200 @ 60Hz

VESA

1280x1024 @ 60Hz

VESA

1920x1200 @ 60Hz

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Background Color

Click on this button will show the color dialog for background color adjustment.

Background Setting

DVI-SPLITPRO-4X offers the video background to make this advanced unit actually working like 5

channel video mixer! The default background video must work as full screen! Users can choose

between color and video background through the following control window. Click on this button will

show the dialog for output resolution, background color and background channel setting.

Display / Layout Mode

Set signal channel full screen or all channel Notice that the input sources will not be changed. Only

positions and sizes will be affected.

Layout Control Size

Set layout control size by percent.

Layout Control

Set Channel size and position.

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Background Color

Output Window Panel: Channel visible, blend, size, position

Input Signal Panel: Input signal type selection, signal stable, input format.

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Section 2: Front Panel Controls

2.1 Front Panel Push Buttons Description

PAP Full Screen

Function key: Layout 2

Input Select

N/A

Function key: Input Signal

Infrared Sensor

Function key: Setting

Navigation

Function key: Layout 1

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To cancel the operation, press [ LAYOUT 1] again

To cancel the operation, press [ LAYOUT

2] again

2.2 Front Panel Push Buttons Functions

2.2.1 Selecting PIP Window Arrangement

Main Window with 3 triple sub-windows aside

You may choose one of the following layouts from 4 presets:

Quad Windows in crisscross + 3 user-defined custom Layout

Select a type by pressing according button

while VFD

B_top: press UP

B_btm: press DOWN

B_left: press LEFT

B_right: press RIGHT

Select a type by pressing according button

while VFD

Display prompts

B_top : press UP

B_btm : press DOWN

B_left : press LEFT

B_right : press RIGHT

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2.3 On Screen Display Menu

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2.4 IR Remote Control

Avenview DVI-SPLITPRO-4X, Advanced Quad Screen Processor ships with a compact IR Remote

Control that allows for direct access to most commands used to control the video processor.

IR Remote Button Define

1. Power Button

Power ON/OFF the device

2. Cross-Layout

Set PAP layout to default layout (cross type )

3. Side-Bar Layout

Set PAP layout to default layout (Side-Bar type )

4. Input CH2

Set channel 2 to be focus channel

5. Right Button

Menu button

6. Input CH4

Set channel 4 to be focus channel

7. Up Button

Menu button

8. PAP Full Screen

Move to the left titles

9. Down Button

Menu button

10. Input CH1

Set channel 1 to be focus channel

11. Left Button

Menu button

12. Input CH3

Set channel 3 to be focus channel

13. Custom Layout4